Six Cardiff Archers Athletes Selected to Represent Welsh Schools at International Indoor Combined Events Match

Cardiff Archers Athletics Club is celebrating the selection of six of its talented young athletes  to represent Welsh Schools at the Indoor Combined Events International taking place in Glasgow on 14 November.

The event brings together some of the most promising combined events athletes from across the home nations, with Welsh Schools selecting a strong team to compete against the best young multi-event athletes in the UK.

Representing Cardiff Archers in the Welsh Schools team are:

 

U16 Girls

• Imogen Vecchi

U18 Women

• Tiana Odugbesan

U16 Boys

• Ethan Stockwell

• Dylan Holmes

U18 Men

• Cobie Phillips

• Gethin Hanigan

Adding further recognition to the club's success, Cobie Phillips and Tiana Odugbesan have been appointed as team captains, highlighting not only their athletic talent but also the leadership qualities they have demonstrated throughout last season.

The selection of six athletes is a significant achievement for Cardiff Archers and reflects the strength of the club's combined events programme. Competing at international level is a reward for the athletes' dedication, hard work and consistency, as well as the ongoing support of coaches, families and teammates.

Speaking about the selections, Head of Athletics, Rhiannon Hawker praised the athletes for their commitment and determination:

"To have six athletes selected to represent Welsh Schools at an international combined events competition is a fantastic achievement for both the athletes and the club and a testament to the success of the multi-events programme. We are incredibly proud of Imogen, Tiana, Ethan, Dylan, Cobie and Gethin for earning their places on the team. The appointment of Tiana and Cobie as captains is particularly special and recognises the leadership they bring both on and off the track. We wish them every success in Glasgow and look forward to watching them compete in Welsh colours."

The Indoor Combined Events International provides a valuable opportunity for athletes to gain experience on the international stage while representing their nation against top-quality opposition.

Everyone at Cardiff Met wishes the team the very best of luck as they head to Glasgow and looks forward to cheering them on as they represent both Welsh Schools and Cardiff Archers with pride.

Da iawn and good luck to Imogen, Tiana, Ethan, Dylan, Cobie and Gethin! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏅